Technical Services Librarian, Fairbanks North Star Borough Public Libraries, Fairbanks, AK

Posted October 2, 2023

Job Title: Technical Services Librarian

Newly updated qualifications: this position invites early career librarians to apply and, where
applicable, training will be provided on cataloging and classification.
Fairbanks North Star Borough Public Libraries (Fairbanks, AK) seeks an innovative, collaborative, and
motivated Technical Services Librarian. This role is responsible for the original call numbering and
bibliographic record creation for the library, as well as developing cataloging and processing policies and
procedures. As an expert in cataloging, the person in this role provides direction and training to other
Collection Services staff and collaborates with libraries in the Alaska Library Consortium on state-wide
cataloging projects.
The Fairbanks North Star Borough is called home by just under 100,000 residents. Located on the
ancestral lands of the Dena people of the lower Tanana River, and known as the ‘Golden Heart City’,
Fairbanks boasts our very own world-class University of Alaska Fairbanks and two military bases.
Surrounded by beauty at every turn, Alaska’s Interior is world renowned for outdoor activities in all
seasons, from ice fishing to river rafting to aurora viewing. Our system consists of Noel Wien Library in
Fairbanks, North Pole Branch Library in North Pole, and the Bookmobile, which provides library services
to outlying areas and the homebound.
Learn more about what it is like to work for FNSB here: https://youtu.be/XPMc9CvF2o8
Responsibilities: The Technical Services Librarian provides original and copy cataloging based on current
standards, assigns call numbers, and resolves cataloging problems. The position is responsible for
staying current in best practices and up-to-date cataloging policies and use that knowledge to provide
training, lead projects, and develop procedures for cataloging and processing. Additional responsibilities
include professional work in the areas of cataloging, reference, collection development, or other specific
fields as needed.
Qualifications:

1. Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited university or college.
2. One year of recent experience as a professional librarian with experience in cataloging. Evidence of
   recent concentrated coursework in cataloging and one year of experience as a professional librarian may
   substitute for recent professional cataloging experience.
   Compensation: Permanent, Full-Time. Starting wages $33.19/hr. Yearly raises according to the following
   Salary Table for Grade 13.
   Closing Date: 10/15/2023 9:00 PM AKST
   For further information and to apply visit: https://www.fnsb.gov/969/We-Are-Hiring